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Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian to come join their dynamic team as a Clinical Nutrition Manager for Hansen Family Hospital in Iowa Falls, IA and Broadlawns Medical Center located in Des Moines, Iowa.

Position will work full time typically Monday-Friday with flexible work schedule including partial remote work. Provide nutritional care to the acute care patients & conduct outpatient nutrition counseling including MNT and diabetes program

About the job

You’ll oversee daily nutrition services, drive program excellence, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care. In this position, you’ll ensure regulatory compliance, manage clinical operations, and support both team development and client satisfaction while making a meaningful impact on health outcomes.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $74290 per year - $96140 per year

What’s in it for you

• Lead daily clinical nutrition operations for a large account, system, or multiple contracts, overseeing both non-exempt and entry-level professional staff.
• Ensure high levels of customer and client satisfaction by directing program execution and maintaining strong relationships.
• Implement operating standards, manage budgets, and drive quality improvement initiatives across departments.
• Promote best practices by staying current with nutrition research, trends, policies, and certifications.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Sodexo and client policies.
• Support business growth by contributing to new service development and participating in strategic initiatives or special projects.

What you’ll bring 

• Leadership experience in managing daily clinical nutrition operations and guiding teams to meet performance, budgetary, and patient care goals.
• Relationship-building skills to foster client satisfaction and effective collaboration across departments.
• Proven track record in implementing and sustaining quality improvement initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation standards, with a commitment to full compliance.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to support program development, drive innovation, and communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Education Requirement:
• Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field with required coursework and supervised practice per ACEND guidelines
• OR, for those eligible prior to 1/1/2024: Bachelor’s degree meeting ACEND requirements.
• Management Experience: 1-2 years
• Related Experience: 1-3 years
• Credentials Requirement:
• Meets eligibility for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) via CDR and will become registered within 120 days of hire
• Must meet state licensure/certification requirements at time of hire where applicable.

What we offer 

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 

• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays 

• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement 

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.